1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 459 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jensen CV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | CV-8 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
